Education news in Istana Negara Kuala Lumpur
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Sarawak Metro runs STEM lab for seven Kuching primary schools
Sarawak Metro held a hands-on STEM laboratory activity in Kuching for pupils from seven primary schools, introducing them to hydrogen energy and electrolysis. The programme is part of its Socio-Economic Enhancement Development initiative to build early interest in science and technology.
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Swinburne Sarawak student numbers rise 44% to 6,484 after free tertiary scheme
Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus in Kuching has seen its student population grow by 44 percent year-on-year to 6,484 in 2026, following the implementation of the Free Tertiary Education Scheme (FTES). The university said the increase was anticipated and is being managed through continued investment in facilities and support services, with 2,100 new FTES students enrolled this year.
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iPROTECH 2026 exhibition at Plaza Merdeka showcases student innovation projects
The iPROTECH 2026 exhibition was held at Plaza Merdeka in Kuching, where students from Mas Gading Community College showcased their capstone projects in IT and landscape studies. Industry representatives and college officials highlighted the event's role in developing students' communication and presentation skills, and formalized a collaboration between the college and the mall.
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SMK Kapit hall project takes shape
Construction of a new multipurpose hall at SMK Kapit is progressing, funded by an allocation from Bukit Goram assemblyman Datuk Jefferson Jamit Unyat. The principal led a study visit to the Sarawak State Legislative Assembly complex in Kuching, where Jamit encouraged students to prioritize their studies.